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R1 Optimum Oe Pads

R1 Concepts 2552-0690-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Brand R1 Concepts 2552-0690-00
Position Rear
Product line R1 Optimum Oe Pads
Fits Ford and Mercury · 14 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Disc brake pad set for straightforward brake service.

R1 Optimum OE Pads. Brand line focused on OE-style fit and function.

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Rear Brake Pads for Crown Victoria and Grand Marquis

R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads part number 2552-0690-00 are rear disc brake pad set replacements for select 1996-2002 Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis applications. This OE-style pad set is listed for rear phenolic piston caliper setups and is built for direct-fit service on the specified vehicles.

Key Features

  • Disc brake pad set for rear axle service
  • Fits 1996-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, rear, phenolic piston rear calipers
  • Fits 1996-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis, rear, phenolic caliper piston
  • R1 Optimum OE Pads product line from R1 Concepts
  • Part number 2552-0690-00 for application matching

Product Details

The R1 Optimum OE Pads line is positioned as an OE-replacement brake pad solution for everyday street use. For buyers searching rear brake pads for Ford Crown Victoria or rear brake pads for Mercury Grand Marquis, this part number 2552-0690-00 provides a fitment-specific option for the rear brake system on the listed model years. It is cataloged for vehicles using phenolic piston rear calipers, so confirming caliper type before ordering is important.

This part number 2552-0690-00 is listed for 1996-2002 Ford Crown Victoria rear brake service and 1996-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis rear brake service. If you need rear disc brake pads for a Crown Victoria or Grand Marquis with the noted caliper configuration, this is the matching application.

Common Issues Addressed

  • Worn rear brake pad friction material
  • Brake noise from pads at the end of service life
  • Reduced rear braking performance
  • Uneven pad wear on rear caliper applications
  • Service replacement for phenolic piston rear calipers

Installation Notes

Verify the rear caliper piston material and brake hardware layout before installation. Confirm vehicle year, make, model, and rear brake configuration against the fitment list for 2552-0690-00. After installation, follow standard brake bedding procedures and inspect rotor condition, caliper operation, and pad contact pattern.

Quality Assurance

R1 Concepts supplies the R1 Optimum OE Pads line as an OE-style replacement brake pad family for specified vehicle applications. This listing is fitment-specific and should be matched to the rear brake configuration shown for the Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis.

  • Fits 1996-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, rear, phenolic piston rear calipers; R1 Optimum OE Pads
  • Fits 1996-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis, rear, phenolic caliper piston; R1 Optimum OE Pads
This part fits 14 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2002FordCrown VictoriaRearPhenolic Piston Rear Calipers; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2002MercuryGrand MarquisRearPhenolic Caliper Piston; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2001FordCrown VictoriaRearPhenolic Piston Rear Calipers; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2001MercuryGrand MarquisRearPhenolic Caliper Piston; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2000FordCrown VictoriaRearPhenolic Piston Rear Calipers; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2000MercuryGrand MarquisRearPhenolic Caliper Piston; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
1999FordCrown VictoriaRearPhenolic Piston Rear Calipers; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
1999MercuryGrand MarquisRearPhenolic Caliper Piston; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
1998FordCrown VictoriaRearPhenolic Piston Rear Calipers; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
1998MercuryGrand MarquisRearPhenolic Caliper Piston; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
1997FordCrown VictoriaRearPhenolic Piston Rear Calipers; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
1997MercuryGrand MarquisRearPhenolic Caliper Piston; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
1996FordCrown VictoriaRearPhenolic Piston Rear Calipers; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
1996MercuryGrand MarquisRearPhenolic Caliper Piston; R1 Optimum Oe Pads